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Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians

Description

Conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary functions, lung capacity, and similar tests. Includes vascular technologists.

Common Tasks

  • Monitor patients' blood pressure and heart rate using electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures to notify the physician if something appears wrong.
  • Monitor patients' comfort and safety during tests, alerting physicians to abnormalities or changes in patient responses.
  • Explain testing procedures to patients to obtain cooperation and reduce anxiety.
  • Observe gauges, recorder, and video screens of data analysis system during imaging of cardiovascular system.
  • Conduct electrocardiogram (EKG), phonocardiogram, echocardiogram, stress testing, or other cardiovascular tests to record patients' cardiac activity, using specialized electronic test equipment, recording devices, or laboratory instruments.

Required Education

Associate's degree

Wages

In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $39.22 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $25.43 and $58.74 .

In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $81,565.22 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $52,885.51 and $122,175.36 .

Occupation Outlook

This occupation employed 230 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.

By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 30.4% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 300.

By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $36.00 with the median annual salary reaching $76,503.

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